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Second Chance to Live

Empowering the Individual, Not the Brain Injury

Fulfilling Dreams after Brain Injury

Before our brain injuries, dreams for the future may have seemed bright. Following our brain injuries, those dreams may now seem out of reach. What once seemed attainable, may no longer appear to be realistic. Through my recovery process I discovered that although life may have changed forever, I do not have to give up on my dreams. Although the way in which I once followed my bliss has changed, I do not have to give up on my bliss.

“Insist on yourself, never imitate. Your own gift, you can present with the cumulative force of a whole life’s cultivation, but of the adopted talent you only have a half-possession…Do that which is assigned to you, and you can not hope too much or dare too much.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

What I discovered gave me hope. What I discovered helped me to realize that I could follow my passion in a different way. In a way that would give me the ability to pursue and achieve my passion. My passion to encourage people to not give up on their dreams. In a way that would give me a medium to use my gifts, talents and abilities. In a way that would work for me. In a way that would be received by the people who wanted what I had to bring to the table.

“Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They’re not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. About the only thing you can’t do is ignore them. Because they change things. They push the human race forward. And while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius. Because the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do.” Steve Jobs

The articles in this category are written to encourage you to follow your dreams. To follow your dreams in ways that work for you, for the people who want what you have to bring to the table. To the table of life. So, be encouraged and don't give up. You will find a way to use your gifts, talents and abilities. Your limitations do not have to limit you. You can find a way that will work for you. You can create with your life and change your world. Only believe and put action behind your belief.

Making Our Lives Magical One Day at a Time after Brain Injury and Stroke Presentation and Encompass Impatient Rehabilitation Hospital

February 11, 2022 By Second Chance to Live

On February 16, 2022, I will be speaking on the topic of “Making Our Lives Magical One Day at a Time after Brain Injury and Stroke” to the Encompass Health Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital “Aim High Group” in York, Pennsylvania through Zoom. To view an outline of the presentation: Making Our Lives Magical One Day at a Time after Brain Injury and Stroke Bio for Craig … [Read more...]

Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts and “The Journey, Healing Through Self Expression”

September 27, 2021 By Second Chance to Live

On Monday, September 20th I gave a presentation to the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts program, "The Journey, Healing Through Self Expression". The request was not to share this presentation with anyone until after the presentation. Tonight, I received the go ahead. To view the presentation given, click on this link. The “Journey” Presentation – September 20, … [Read more...]

Second Chance to Live Video Playlist and the Brain Injury Peer Visitor Association Video Resources

July 2, 2021 By Second Chance to Live

Second Chance to Live 429 Video Presentations Playlist and the Brain Injury Peer Visitor Association video resources Brain Injury Peer Visitor Association Videos Click on the link and scroll down.  Second Chance to Live Video Presentation Playlist Click on the desired video presentation. Brain Injury Recovery Resources Empowering the Individual, not the … [Read more...]

Consider the Spark of Your Greatness after Experiencing a Brain Injury

March 22, 2021 By Second Chance to Live

Living with a brain injury and an invisible disability can leave us feeling stuck. Stuck like a mouse in a box. Consider the Spark It only takes one thought to spark a fire to set us free from the "box". Living with a brain Injury and an invisible disability can lead us to believe that we are destined to fit into a mold. Beyond the Belief It only takes one thought to … [Read more...]

Neuroplasticity, Setting Goals and Creating Hope after Brain Injury and the Beechwood Neuro Rehab Community

March 21, 2021 By Second Chance to Live

On March 23, 2021, I will be speaking to the topic of, “Neuroplasticity, Setting Goals and Creating Hope After Brain Injury and Stroke” Zoom Presentation” to the members, staff and providers (through a simulcast) of the Beechwood NeuroRehab Community-Integrated Brain Injury Specialty Programs in Langhorne, PA via Zoom. “Neuroplasticity, Setting Goals and Creating Hope After … [Read more...]

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